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A1 CJG

1997 BMW C1

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

65,565 mi
Last recorded65,565 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW C197,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 CJG
MakeBMW
ModelC1
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 65,565 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 65,448 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 64,914 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 64,608 miles

advise front number plate condition

Pass 16 Jul 2012 62,937 miles

front brakes creeking when foot brake applied

Fail 5 Jul 2012 62,927 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front antiroll bar link rods slight play

front brakes creeking when foot brake applied

Pass 5 Jul 2011 62,534 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 61,283 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 59,250 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 59,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 56,682 miles

a.both front brake pipes slightly corroded

a.both rear brake pipes corroded

a.both rear trailing arm bushes perished

a.front discs corroded

a.fuel pipes corroded

a.n/s/f tyre has a nail in non repairable place

a.n/s/r tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm

a.o/s/f tyre badly worn on inner edge may soon expose cord

a.slight free play in steering coloum

Fail 15 Jan 2008 56,682 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

a.both front brake pipes slightly corroded

a.both rear brake pipes corroded

a.both rear trailing arm bushes perished

a.front discs corroded

a.fuel pipes corroded

a.n/s/f tyre has a nail in non repairable place

a.n/s/r tyre on legal limit of 1.6mm

a.o/s/f tyre badly worn on inner edge may soon expose cord

a.slight free play in steering coloum

Pass 4 Dec 2006 55,072 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW C1?

Based on 12,168 MOT tests across 1,391 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
1,054
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,391
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 519
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 275
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 262
Brake disc(s) excessively worn 134
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 132
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A1 CJG is a 1997 BMW C1 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 BMW C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 97,506 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW C1 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 519 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 CJG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this BMW C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A1 CJG registered?

A1 CJG is a 1997 BMW C1, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is A1 CJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 CJG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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